These Dad Photos Are (Almost) Too Adorable for Words

Here's to you, Dad.

Father's Day is upon us, and you know what that typically means: the beginnings of your soon-to-be annual tradition of getting Dad a new tie (well, not around these parts). Dads play a much more important role in your family—as seen in these everyday moments captured on Instagram. And he deserves all the applause for being everything from your labor and delivery MVP to baby’s no. 1 fan and protector. So cue the awwws and try to hold back the tears.